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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 04, 1926
Page
3
Racing notes from the W.A.T.C. March meeting promise a large program of events. The club expects strong entries and fast times with several notable horses and handlers listed among the entries for Saturday’s race card.
In the closing round of the Albany Cricket Association premier season, Wanderers face Corinthian in a decisive match. Wanderers seek to redeem a prior defeat while Corinthian, buoyed by their win over Imperial, aim to upset the leaders. Start time is 2.75 with players urged to arrive early.
Delegates at Dr Johnson’s residence discuss the Barnett Shield match to be held at Mount Parker. The committee agrees on Sunday March 2 for the next round and plans practice games on Saturdays March 20. A match with the District Association combination is hoped.
On Saturday afternoon two matches in the district association draw attention as the second to last in the current competition. Central and North meet on the Unified road recreation crown while Soccer and Filcker clash on the latter's ground. Central should secure the honors as they hold a safe position. The meet at 1:30 sharp at the Town Hall will feature the latest standings and key players.
The race, postponed due to weather, will now start Saturday at 2 40 pm with flying starts. If fine weather persists, each afternoon’s sailing will proceed. Handicaps remain the same as the previous event.
Albany Bowling Club will stage singles for the Mills trophy and the Downes memorial pairs on Saturday afternoon with play starting at 2 14. Several rinks will be available for roll up, and members not yet versed in the airs or singles may join in.
Inter Town District Association visited King River for a cricket match, the visitors winning by an innings and some runs. Detailed scores show Shenfield and Groves leading King River's innings, with Caiminos and Lambe among top scorers for Elleker in a later return match against the Railway team, as hospitality and a tea followed the play.
Mt Barker notes detail planning for new commercial and residential developments, inspections, and public works. The report covers recreation, transport, and civic activities, including swimming, theatre, and musical events at Mount Barker with mentions of Albany attendees and local figures.
A heavily garbled report describes Sir Wil-Hitt Communton inspecting a route settlement and praising progress at the Osbert Clue. It mentions plans for a electric light plant for Penminek, local farm activity, and upcoming votes. The piece notes construction delays, a cheese project, and various community figures in Allan and surrounding areas.
The State Government Savings Bank advertises its guaranteed status, long history since 504, and state-backed investments. It notes deposits rising to £6,117,001 by January and nine months of activity with deposits reaching £1,235,701 for seven months to January and withdrawals affecting funds, highlighting growth and welfare contributions to the state.
The shipping column reports multiple vessels visiting Albany. The Kievla arrives then departs for Peelamstine with passengers and mail, calling at Dunbory and Bosselten, returning Sunday. Other ships include the Tiger Euripides loading fruit wheat wool and mails for London via the Cape, and the Bar on Maclay bound to Lew Poluos via Durban. Also noted are the Anan en route to Albany, collier Keooring, and several White Star liners such as Coramis Anewvie and Runio with cargo, passengers, and machinery for the electric light. Port Caroline expected to arrive with fruit for Home markets, while Aberdeen liner Borhoclowin and other ships are scheduled for future calls.
Fragments reference a church corner event near Midleton Beach and Marine Drive with times 11.15 and 12, plus hints of bands, Nike Sunday evening, and a Porongoruts trip. Mentions King River Theedsy Thumbay Friday schedule at 2.30 pm and afternoon timing adjustments.
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